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PERTH CITY
ELIZABETH QUAY
PERTH CITY / BOORLOO
Perth, with its relaxed pace
and sun-kissed setting offers an
effortless blend of natural charm
and vibrant energy. You’ll 昀椀nd its
heartbeat pulsing through lively
laneways, waterfront precincts
and heritage-rich streets, so go
for a wander and discover its
enchanting appeal. Perth is a city
wrapped in natural beauty, with
room to breathe and unwind.
Surrounded by 26 lush parkland
areas and reserves, it offers the
best parts of urban life without
the rush.
Sitting on the banks of the
mesmerising Swan River/Derbarl
Begin your trip at the
Western Australia Visitor
Centre for self-guided tour
maps, or join a walking
tour with Oh Hey WA to get
acquainted with the city.
Yerrigan, the city is deeply rooted
in Noongar culture, with the river
remaining a powerful spiritual and
ecological landmark as it 昀氀ows and
glimmers beneath WA’s piercing
blue skies.
The picturesque waterfront hub
of Elizabeth Quay is home to luxe
stays including The Ritz-Carlton,
Perth, DoubleTree by Hilton Perth
Waterfront and Quay Perth. Dine
with million dollar views at waterside
restaurants including 18 Knots
Rooftop Bar and Songbird Bar.
There are plenty of
accommodation options to suit
everyone’s budget in the Perth CBD
area. QT Perth offers boutique luxury,
while Quest Apartment Hotels,
located in several areas around the
city, provides comfortable serviced
apartments. Hotels like the Pan
Paci昀椀c Perth, Duxton Hotel Perth
and Parmelia Hilton Perth offer
superior service and attention to
detail and Oaks Perth Hotel has
rooms with a kitchenette.
GETTING AROUND
From Perth Airport, it’s a
25-minute drive by taxi or
rideshare, or just 20 minutes
on the new Airport Link train.
Regular buses are also
available via the Transperth
Journey Planner. Once in the
city, enjoy free CAT buses for
convenient travel, or take a
scenic ferry from Elizabeth
Quay to South Perth.
Perth is the only place within
Australia where you can cruise
by boat from a capital city to a
world-class wine region in one
day. Depart from Elizabeth Quay’s
Barrack Street Jetty with Captain
Cook Cruises and sail to the Swan
Valley for indulgent cellar door
experiences, or head to Fremantle,
where creativity and coastal
culture collide.
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